Aston Villa captain John McGinn has broken his silence on the knee injury that has sidelined him, providing a positive update to supporters via social media. The Scotland international confirmed that he has undergone surgery and is targeting a return to action in the coming weeks.
Injury Timeline and Manager's Comments
McGinn sustained the injury during Aston Villa's narrow 1-0 Premier League defeat to Everton on January 18th. The influential midfielder has been absent from the squad since that match, with his absence posing a significant challenge for manager Unai Emery.
Emery addressed the situation last week, stating: "Normally, he is going to be out for some weeks, maybe even one or two months. But I want to wait for the doctor's opinion on it." This suggested a potential return timeline extending into March, depending on medical assessments and rehabilitation progress.
Social Media Update and Humorous Touch
Taking to Instagram to update fans directly, McGinn posted: "Surgery went well and I'll be back before you know it." The Villa skipper maintained his characteristic humour alongside the medical news, adding: "Not doing one of they shocking pics like 2016."
This comment referenced a previous injury from a decade ago when McGinn, then playing for Hibernian, shared a photograph from his hospital bed giving a thumbs-up after surgery. His lighthearted approach to the current situation has been welcomed by the Villa faithful.
Teammate Support and Well-Wishes
The update prompted an immediate outpouring of support from McGinn's Aston Villa teammates in the comments section. Morgan Rogers offered both encouragement and playful banter, writing: "I'll keep the armband warm... Trim better in 2016."
Other squad members joined in with messages of support. Matty Cash simply stated: "Speedy recovery skip," while defender Ezri Konsa expressed his solidarity with a heart symbol. This demonstrates the strong camaraderie within the Villa dressing room as they navigate a period without their captain.
The news provides clarity for Aston Villa supporters who have been awaiting information about their captain's condition. While the exact return date remains subject to his rehabilitation, McGinn's positive update suggests he is on the right path to recovery and eager to rejoin his teammates on the pitch.
